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CSO 424T

1979 Volkswagen Camper

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2020
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

19,470 mi
Last recorded19,470 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2020
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Camper44,963 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCSO 424T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Fail 2 Jul 2020 19,470 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working Both (3.5 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 May 2019 19,152 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2019 19,146 miles

Emissions not tested engine does not idle (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust system insecure Tail pipe insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Fault on both rear brake lights (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 18,675 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 17,185 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2017 17,183 miles

Brake pad(s) locking device missing o/s/f caliper pad pin missing (3.5.1l)

Front position lamp(s) not working both front side lights (1.1.A.3b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear wheel bearing has excessive play both rear and has end float (2.6.2)

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded N/s/r axle tube corroded around welds (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded o/s/ chassis Xmember corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid not workimng (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively not working (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2015 15,028 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 12,048 miles

Nearside Rear Torsion bar slightly deteriorated by corrosion (2.4.E.1b)

nearside mirror glass missing

Fail 4 Dec 2014 12,048 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Torsion bar slightly deteriorated by corrosion (2.4.E.1b)

nearside mirror glass missing

Pass 12 Dec 2013 10,068 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2013 10,068 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 10,004 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 10,004 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Inner Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Jul 2008 9,438 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 9,438 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

advise both rear drive shaft boots split

advise nearside front hose rubbing on tyre

Fail 19 Jan 2008 8,543 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 7,032 miles

Nearside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

various parts off body work corroded,Both front door steps on underside and various other sections corroded

Pass 29 May 2006 4,760 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Camper?

Based on 115,919 MOT tests across 7,619 vehicles.

67.9%
Pass Rate
1,159
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
7,619
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,879
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 6,226
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,804
Stop lamp not working 3,507
position lamp(s) not working 3,386
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CSO 424T is a 1979 Volkswagen Camper in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 44,963 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Camper fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 7,879 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CSO 424T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Camper typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 47 years old, this Volkswagen Camper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CSO 424T registered?

CSO 424T is a 1979 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 19 March 1979.

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